Brazilian World Cup squad update: Wesley has been released due to a left thigh adductor injury, after re-evaluation and further tests, ruling him out of the 2026 World Cup. In his place, Ederson, a midfielder from Atalanta, is set to join the squad and is expected to arrive in the United States on Monday. At 26, Ederson has been with Atalanta since 2022, contributing three goals and three assists in 41 appearances this season and is currently linked with a move to Manchester United.
Brazil is placed in Group C for the World Cup and will begin their campaign on Saturday, June 13, against Morocco. Haiti and Scotland are the other group opponents for the Selecao, shaping a challenging opening phase.
Key takeaways:
– Wesley out of Brazil’s World Cup squad due to left adductor injury; Ederson called up as his replacement.
– Ederson: 26-year-old Atalanta midfielder, strong 25/26 Serie A season, linked with Man United.
– Brazil’s Group C schedule: opener vs. Morocco, with Haiti and Scotland as other group rivals.
